Welder - Maintenance Technician - Day Shift

Tyson Foods; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Affordable health

Life

Dental

Vision

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Zeeland, MI is seeking Maintenance and Refrigeration Technicians to keep our processing lines running safely and efficiently. You will work with cross-functional teams to maintain equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems on site.

You will use CMMS to log actions, prioritize repairs, and promote a safe, compliant work environment. This role offers hands-on growth in a fast-paced plant setting with strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1 year of industrial maintenance experience preferred or a diploma/technical schooling in lieu.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Basic math skills and ability to log information in CMMS.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and tolerate varying plant temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support to keep equipment safe and running.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Minimize downtime through proactive upkeep and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

CMMS

Safety awareness

Education

Industrial maintenance diploma or enrolled in technical school

Tools

CMMS

Job description

With global sales of over $40 billion, Tyson Foods is one of the world's largest food companies. Its portfolio includes $1 billion brands such as Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, and Hillshire Farm®, and leading brands such as Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells® and State Fair®. We are ardent in our purpose to "Raise the world's expectations for how much good food can do". Our focus on people and innovation, makes Tyson Foods a fulfilling place to work. Our organization is searching for Maintenance and Refrigeration Technicians who can take us to the next level.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our Facilities and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Technicians are vital to maintaining our Team Member's safety through problem solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Technicians. Come be part of our Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• With moderate supervision provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing routine preventative maintenance repairs, performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic Plant equipment.
• Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.
• Also responsible for minimizing downtime due to equipment failure.

Requirements

• Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience
• Experience: 1(+) years of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent experience
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily level
• Special Skills: Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day Ability to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend and stoop Repetitive gripping, pushing and pulling Frequent overhead work Temperatures inside plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may be also be needed Basic math skills; percentages, fractions and measurements
• Supervisory: no
• Travel: no
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
• Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health
• life
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug benefits

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.